Director of Preconstruction

Ragnar Benson, LLC; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

Ragnar Benson, LLC in Rockford, IL is seeking a Director of Preconstruction to manage the estimating staff and oversee estimating pursuits for various construction projects. The role involves establishing timelines, conducting meetings, and ensuring effective communication across disciplines.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in construction estimating and a proven track record in management and mentoring. The position also offers numerous benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of estimating construction projects.
• Proven management experience and history of mentoring.
• Solid presentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Directing, planning, and organizing estimating staff.
• Establishing timelines and estimating goals.
• Reviewing and approving bids and specifications.

Skills

Estimating construction projects

Management and leadership

Presentation skills

Contractual requirements understanding

Microsoft Project or similar software

Education

B.S. in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Bid2Win

Job description

Overview

The Director of Preconstruction will be responsible for the management of the estimating staff, assigning resources to the multiple estimating pursuits, coordinating pre-bid attendance as needed, bid management, cost databases, estimating software, implementing/improving estimating practices. This position will be officed in Rockford, IL. Ragnar Benson specializes in Port, Intermodal, Rail and Industrial projects nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Perform functions inherent to a manager/supervisory position through directing, planning, organizing, and coordinating.
• Conduct/attend project meetings as needed to communicate project requirements
• Establish timelines and estimating goals for effective and timely submittals.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration on estimates between all disciplines and parties
• Review/Approve bids, specifications, drawings and the contract to proactively solve potential issues.
• Informs preconstruction staff of project requirements and owner directives and develops a plan to meet stated goals.
• Responsible for the management and continued development of the estimating department.
• Review and approve data submitted by staff including proposals, presentations, and contract negotiations
• Provide monthly report of Key Performance Indicators (KPI) which includes types of estimates and values of estimates being produced.
• Prepare post bid budget and job setup activity codes for handoff to cost control department for EPR interface

Qualifications

• 10+ years of estimating construction projects.
• Proven management experience, a history of leading, teaching, developing, and mentoring others successfully.
• Demonstrates solid presentation skills and verbal/written communication skills.
• Possess an understanding of contractual requirements, conceptual estimating, design drawings and project specifications.
• B.S. in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent progressive work experience.
• Proven hands‑on experience using Microsoft Project, Primavera P6 or Bid2Win or similar industry software

What's in it for you:

Financial Wellbeing

• Ongoing performance reviews and merit increases
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

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